LB 886 amends Nebraska's driver's license laws to prohibit the issuance of licenses or permits to noncitizens without lawful U.S. immigration status. It also removes a previous exemption that allowed such individuals to operate vehicles without a license for up to 30 days. Consequently, people in Nebraska without legal immigration status must now comply with standard licensing requirements to drive, but they are barred from obtaining a license under the new rules. The bill repeals the original sections 60-474 and 60-488 of Nebraska's Revised Statutes.
LB 747 amends Nebraska labor laws to remove the requirement for employers to obtain child employment certificates for workers under 16, simplifying compliance for businesses hiring minors. It eliminates a hotline and website for reporting suspected employee misclassification violations and grants the Labor Commissioner expanded authority to enforce wage payment laws. The bill affects all Nebraska employers, particularly those with minor employees or payroll systems, by updating enforcement mechanisms. It also repeals outdated sections of labor law to create more consistent regulations across child labor, wage collection, contractor registration, and employee classification rules.
This bill changes Nebraska's regulations for racetracks and horseracing wagering. It requires existing racetracks to hold at least five live racing days and 50 races annually through 2030 (increasing to 15 days and 120 races yearly after 2030), while new tracks have phased-in requirements. The bill eliminates the Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund, moves the Problem Gambling Commission under the State Racing and Gaming Commission, and allows 18-year-olds to play keno at racetracks (previously restricted to 21+). These changes affect racetracks, problem gamblers receiving services, and state agencies managing gaming oversight.
Nebraska's LB 779 prohibits health care facilities and medical debt collection agencies from charging interest or late fees on medical debt for 90 days after the final invoice is due, with any annual interest capped at 3%. The bill also prevents liens or foreclosures on a patient's primary residence to collect unpaid medical bills. It directly affects patients who owe medical debt by limiting collection practices and protecting their homes from debt-related property seizures. The law applies to all medical debt defined as obligations for health care services, as specified in the bill.
This bill primarily updates Nebraska's handicapped parking regulations to align with federal standards. It modifies Section 18-1737 to require parking signs to conform to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act as they existed on January 1, 2025 (noting the typo in the bill text). The bill also updates references to federal law in several motor vehicle statutes but does not change civil penalties for motor carriers as its title incorrectly suggests. The core changes affect parking facility owners, enforcement officers, and drivers who misuse handicapped parking spaces. The bill's actual focus is on parking enforcement, not motor carrier regulations.
LB 1255 prohibits public power suppliers - including municipal electric utilities, public power districts, and other government entities providing electricity - from using eminent domain to seize private property for infrastructure projects. The bill amends Nebraska statutes to remove existing authority for these entities to acquire land through eminent domain for electric generation, transmission, or distribution systems. This change directly affects how local governments and public utilities can expand or maintain electrical infrastructure, preventing them from compelling property sales for such purposes. The law takes effect upon passage, repealing prior provisions that allowed this power.
This bill changes Nebraska's sentencing rules for repeat offenders convicted of certain theft-related crimes. It raises the minimum prison term from 10 years to 25 years for individuals convicted of specific theft offenses (like shoplifting or property crimes listed in the bill) who have prior felony convictions for similar offenses. The bill creates new sentencing categories based on the type of current and prior offenses, including a reduced 3-year minimum for some repeat property crime convictions. It replaces the existing law and applies to people convicted of theft crimes with prior felony convictions in Nebraska or other jurisdictions.
This bill prohibits the retail sale of electronic smoking devices (like e-cigarettes) without a child safety feature, such as a lock or password, starting from its effective date. It directly affects retailers selling these devices in Nebraska, requiring all new devices to include such safety measures to prevent accidental access by children. Violating this rule would be a Class IV misdemeanor. The law does not apply to interstate shipping or warehouse storage of these products.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to guarantee specific rights for people with disabilities in Nebraska. It would add language to the state constitution ensuring access to public facilities, transportation, lodging, and healthcare services that meet their needs for community integration, regardless of disability type or life stage. The amendment requires voter approval in a special election during the 2026 primary, and if passed, would enshrine these rights directly into Nebraska's Constitution. It does not create new programs but legally protects existing access standards.
LB 1134 establishes Nebraska's baseline building, electrical, and energy codes by adopting specific editions of international codes (like the 2018 International Building Code) as the state standard. It limits local governments from creating stricter codes than the state version, prohibiting updates to local codes that exceed the state code's requirements until 2031. The bill requires local governments to provide independent third-party evidence verifying that any code change is necessary for public safety or compliance with state/federal law, rather than for cost reduction. This directly affects counties, cities, and villages that enforce building codes, as well as construction businesses and property owners subject to these regulations.
LB 1169 amends Nebraska assault statutes to specifically prohibit assault against court operations officers. It defines these officers as non-sworn court staff who provide courthouse security screening, serve legal documents, or maintain safety during proceedings. The bill expands existing enhanced penalties for assaulting public safety officers and health care professionals to include court operations officers, requiring that assaults cause serious bodily injury while the officer is performing duties. This change harmonizes assault provisions and repeals outdated sections (like 28-931.01) related to assault using vehicles. The bill directly affects courthouse security personnel and strengthens legal protections for them during official duties.
This bill amends Nebraska's Political Subdivisions Tort Claims Act to clarify how property owners can seek compensation for damage caused by sewer system backups. It directly affects homeowners and businesses whose properties suffer damage due to negligent acts or omissions by a political subdivision (like a city) or its contractor operating the sewer system. The key provision requires the political subdivision's governing body to pay valid claims within 90 days if the damage amount is known and undisputed. This streamlines the claims process for affected property owners while allowing the political subdivision to seek reimbursement from negligent contractors.
